MINDFUL MOVEMENT FITNESS CLASSES
TO IMPROVE BALANCE, INCREASE ENERGY FLOW, AND ALIGN MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT
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Qigong and Dance Instruction in Sacramento, CA
NEW DANCE WORKSHOPS!
DIVA FUSION FLOW!
Let your inner diva out to play! We will use belly dance and burlesque movements to learn about dance concepts to take your dance to the next level! There are 3 workshop themes and each is offered twice. These workshops will be held at Rise Pole Fitness in Sacramento. in their lovely studio! $25 per workshop.
What Are Diva Fusion Flow Workshops?
In, these fun and flirty workshops, we will delve into dance theory while tapping into our inner goddess! By fusing belly dance and burlesque movements with fitness concepts, we will explore topics such as theme, transitions, and timing. No dance experience is needed!
We will learn how to move in the different planes of the body to understand the many ways the human body can move and how that can be applied to our dance training and performances. We will also work at modifying movements to make them best for our bodies.
Workshop #1: Shimmy, Bump, and Flow
Discover how the body moves by learning belly dance and burlesque basics. We will explore how to create dynamic performances through theme selection, performance style, and stage presence. We will learn the body mechanics of movements such as shimmies and arm waves to improve our training and performing.
Workshop #2: Get Down and Groove
Explore how music plays into your practices and performances. We will focus on lower body moves to explore how music selection, timing, and movement variations form a framework for both training and performing. We will learn ways our hips can move, such as up/down, left/right, pelvic tilt, hip bump, and hip circles to gain strength and coordination in your lower body.
Workshop #3: Circle, Lift, and Drop
Explore how directions, positions, and transitions can help us create unique performances. We will focus on upper body movements to explore how we can adapt to different stages, create interesting angles, and make smooth transitions. We will learn ways our arms, shoulders, and chest can move, such as chest slides, arm waves/snake arms, chest lift/drop, chest circles, shoulders forward/back and up/down.
What Should I wear/bring?
Please wear clothes that are easy to move in. Some ideas would be a tank top, sports bra, T-shirt, leggings, yoga pants, shorts. We will be using hip scarves in class, so if you have a wrap, scarf, or dance skirt feel free to bring it. Please make sure they are silent! I will also have ones to loan in class. Feel free to pull out your flirty stuff, too, as we are divas!
These workshops are designed to be done barefoot or in flat dance shoes like ballet flats. Workshops include a light to moderate aerobic workout. Please bring a water bottle, there is also water provided at the studio.
What should I expect in class?
The class is in a follow-along style but we will not be following a strict choreography. There will be time in class to freestyle and apply the topics and movements that we learned that day and get into your own flow! This way you can see how it feels with your body. We will also have time for discussion.
Workshops will be held at Rise Pole Fitness at their Sacramento location at 1650A Tribute Road, Sacramento, California 95815.
What is Qigong?
* Qigong, pronounced “chee gong,” was developed in China thousands of years ago. It is a type of mindful movement that uses slow, fluid movements and is similar to Tai Chi.
* The simplicity and repetition of the movements can make it easier to learn than similar forms of exercise.
* It uses gentle exercises that can improve the body’s energy flow to find greater health and wellness.
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$15 FIRST-TIME QIGONG
STUDENT SPECIAL OFFER!
Your first class is ONLY $15!
Enter the coupon FIRSTTIME in your cart when you book your first class and the discount will be applied.
Come see what Qigong is like!
What are the Benefits of Qigong?
* Many people have found that doing Qgong has both physical and psychological benefits.
* Qigong can help us improve our balance and stability in moments of movement and stillness.
* It can improve our mind-body connection by bringing us fully into the present moment.
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What do I wear/bring?
* Please wear comfortable clothing that you
can move in. Qigong may be done in shoes,
socks, or bare feet.
* Yoga mats are encouraged. Chairs will be provided.
Is Qigong right for me?
* Adults (18+) of any gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, culture, class, religion, or opinion are welcome.
* Qigong is great for students who are new to movement classes and those who are seasoned at group fitness.
* It is excellent for people of all abilities and can be done both sitting and standing.
* No two people are alike, so we will work to find the easiest and safest ways for you to move and modifications will be presented in each class.
* All members of the community are welcome!
What can I expect in class?
* Classes will include warm-up, practice,
and cool-down segments.
* About 45 minutes of the class will be
focused on movement and 15 minutes will
be for discussion and focusing on our breath.
* Qigong is a form of moving meditation,
so it is excellent if you find meditating
in stillness challenging.
Please Note:
The instructor is an ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor. She is not a medical professional.
Please do not use what is provided as medical advice.
You should always check with your doctor before beginning any exercise routine.
Classes are designed for fitness purposes only.
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